2022-24

All four programmes of XISS received the coveted accreditation from the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for a period of three years. This significant milestone enabled the Institute to launch its own Fellow Programme in Management (FPM), thereby contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field of management. The inaugural batch of the FPM commenced in September 2023.

In addition, XISS introduced a 12-month Certificate Programme in Geospatial Technology, designed to provide students with a structured understanding of geoinformatics. The year 2024 also witnessed the launch of other specialized certificate courses such as Business Analytics in Management and Digital Marketing, further broadening academic offerings.

Guided by its commitment to continuous improvement, XISS continues to strive for holistic growth, engaging all its key stakeholders—students, faculty, employees, and the institution as a whole.

2020

The unprecedented outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 posed a grave threat to human life and well-being across the world. In these challenging times, XISS rose to the occasion, reflecting the values of morality and ethics deeply ingrained in its community. Demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility, the Institute swiftly collaborated with the District Administration to support the most vulnerable—migrants, the underprivileged, and senior citizens—through initiatives such as establishing shelter homes, distributing dry rations, and operating toll-free helpline services.

Aligned with the Universal Apostolic Preferences (UAPs) of the Society of Jesus, XISS has consistently worked to uphold its mission of serving society. Reinforcing this vision, the Institute also introduced scholarships to nurture and recognize student talent, thereby extending its impact on both education and social transformation.

2018

XISS revisited and reaffirmed its Vision and Mission statements, strategically advancing towards its aspiration of becoming a center of academic excellence committed to building a sustainable society founded on peace, justice, and reconciliation in the Eastern region.

This reflective and forward-looking exercise was conducted in the esteemed presence of the former Vice-Chairman of the Governing Body (GB) XISS, former Directors, the Director, Assistant Director, faculty members, and resource persons. Renowned across the nation for its vibrant community of distinguished faculty and diverse student body, XISS remains steadfast in its focus on academic excellence while simultaneously fostering co-curricular engagement, thereby shaping its students into “Professionals with a Difference.” Alongside its academic pursuits, the Institute continues to contribute actively to research, consultancy, and development interventions for the betterment of society.

2015

XISS celebrated its Diamond Jubilee, marking 60 years of dedicated service to the nation. The milestone was commemorated with a series of academic events and cultural activities that further strengthened the spirit of the XISS community. Over six decades, the Institute has consistently upheld its mission of imparting higher knowledge, fostered critical thinking, and ensured academic rigor to prepare men and women to serve and lead society. Embodying breadth, depth, and excellence in learning, XISS has nurtured generations of students to excel across diverse spheres of their life journeys.

2008

The distinctiveness of professional education at XISS lies in its balanced emphasis on academic excellence and experiential learning through rural camps and fieldwork. This unique pedagogy equips students with the knowledge, skills, and values required to excel across industries and organizations at local, national, and international levels. This year was marked with the start of AICTE approved PGDM Marketing and Finance programmes to scale up the contribution of XISS in these areas as well.

1994

XISS achieved a significant milestone in 1994 when it was formally approved as a recognized management institute by the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). This approval was a recognition of its commitment to high academic standards, professional training, and its pioneering role in management education with a social orientation. Since then, XISS has consistently maintained the benchmarks of excellence laid down by AICTE, ensuring quality in curriculum, faculty, infrastructure, and research. As a result, the Institute has been granted extension of approval every academic year without interruption. This continuous recognition is a testament to XISS’s dedication to blending managerial competence with social responsibility, preparing professionals equipped not only with technical knowledge but also with a deep sense of ethics and service. The unwavering approval underscores its stature as a premier institution in the field of management education in India.

1978

XISS shifted to its present campus and has since witnessed significant growth in both capacity and resources. Evolving from an extension center of St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi, into one of India’s most reputed educational institutions, its journey has consistently been shaped by the needs and aspirations of the region it serves. Education at XISS is defined by the cultivation of values, attitudes, and critical thinking, preparing its graduates to stand apart as “Professionals with a Difference.” What began 66 years ago as a modest center for social service founded by the Society of Jesus has today matured into a distinguished business school of national repute.

1973

The Institute was registered as an independent educational society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Since then, it has been acknowledged as one of the most distinguished management institutions in India.

1955

Over time, many Jesuit institutions came to be named in honor of St. Francis Xavier, who, like Ignatius, was later canonized as a saint. Today, one can only wonder how many Indians have been shaped by the prestigious Xavier institutions spread across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Jaipur, Patna, Ranchi, Hazaribagh, and beyond. Continuing this rich tradition, the Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS) was established in 1955 with the modest objective of training young men and women in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, and Rural Development & Social Welfare. Since then, XISS has traversed a remarkable journey of growth, distinction, and service, upholding its mission for over six decades.

1542

As the Jesuits began establishing schools and colleges across Europe—earning them the title “Schoolmasters of Europe”—Francis Xavier, a close companion of Ignatius, arrived in Goa. There, he laid the foundations of several educational institutions, marking the beginning of the Jesuit mission in India.

1540

By 1540, Íñigo, now known as Ignatius of Loyola, received from Pope Paul III the official decree establishing him and his small group of nine companions as the “Society of Jesus.” Thus, a new religious order was formally instituted within the Catholic Church—one destined to spread across the world and profoundly impact countless lives.

1523

By the grace of God, Íñigo had undergone a profound transformation and embarked upon the arduous journey that would lead him through Salamanca, Paris, Venice, Jerusalem, and ultimately Rome.

1521

Íñigo was gravely wounded during the Battle of Pamplona against the French. Confined to his bed in prolonged pain and monotony, he sought relief in reading. What began as a means to escape his condition soon became transformative, as he immersed himself in the lives of great saints such as St. Dominic and St. Francis of Assisi. Inspired by their example, he resolved to dedicate his own life to a similar path of faith and service.